What Causes Severe Leg Cramps?

Posted on Sat, 21 May 2016

Medically reviewed by Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team

Sat, 21 May 2016 Answered on

Mon, 27 Jun 2016 Last reviewed on

Question : i am getting a lot of cramps in my legs at night while in bed which results in having to get up
and walk around until they go , what could be the cause and is there anything I can take for
this problem

Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Explained

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome

I appreciate your concern

This can be spasm related to hypocalcemia and vitamin D deficiency.

Levels can be checked and supplements given accordingly.

For the time being NSAIDS like naproxen and muscle relaxants like tizanidine can be advised for relief of symptoms in consultation with your doctor.

let me know if you have any query

Wishing you best of health

Thanks

please consult your doctor before taking any further course of action

Dr M.S Khalil

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar